The following video was created for parents traveling with small kids who might be a little nervous about subjecting their children to the new TSA procedures. Regardless of how you may feel about the new enhanced security measures, there's no need for children to be scared. My son will explain to them what a pat down is and even share a few tips. But first a few things the TSA would like you to know about going through airport security with children...

• TSA will screen everyone, regardless of age, including babies.
• NEVER leave babies in an infant carrier while it goes through the X-ray.
• All children must be removed from strollers and slings when passing through the machine.
• All children's items must go through the X-ray; diaper bags, toys, strollers, slings, etc.
• If any of your items do not fit through the X-ray, a TSA officer will physically and visually inspect it.
• If your child can walk through the metal detector unassisted, TSA recommends you and your child walk through separately.
• Do not pass your baby to a TSA officer to hold as you walk through the X-ray machine.
• If you choose to carry a child through and the alarm sounds, TSA will check both of you.
• Medication, baby formula, food and breast milk, and juice are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding 3.4 ounces, and are not required to be in a zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint.
• Children under 12 who require extra screening will be subjected to a "modified" pat down. It's less intrusive than what an adult might receive.
• Click the link for information regarding children travelers with special needs or medical conditions.

Photo courtesy of Tatiana Mik

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